Philadelphia, Pa. - (9/25/2021) - Chestnut Hill College (2-7, 0-3) lost their fifth consecutive match - and third straight Central Atlantic Collegiate Conference (CACC) decision - with tonight's 3-0 (20-25, 14-25, 23-25) defeat at Thomas Jefferson University (Jefferson) (12-1, 3-1). The Griffins led off the opening serve, pacing the Rams to a 10-10 stalemate in the first set. The frame remained tight until a late Jefferson run ended it in the home team's favor, 25-20. They used the momentum to steal the second set, 25-14, before fending off the Scarlet and Gold in a tight third set, 25-23.

Senior right side Lauren Lipinski (Gilbert, Ariz.) and junior outside hitter Mikayla Grimes (Reno, Nev.) each recorded nine points; the former offered seven kills and a pair of aces, while the latter totaled seven kills and a pair assisted blocks. Sophomore setter Mia Caporellie (Downingtown, Pa.) contributed two kills, 16 assists, two aces, and eight digs. Senior defensive specialist Venessa Caballero (San Dimas, Calif.) recorded a team-high 12 digs.

Chestnut Hill College returns to Sorgenti Arena on Thursday, September 30, when they welcome the University of the Sciences (USciences) for a 7:00 p.m. CACC match.